Process Control Engineer (# 7975)

Process Control Engineer 3 - 91730-1
East Peoria, IL
12 months

Job Description 
Project Execution
•    Lead and execute engineering projects from concept through commissioning and handover
•    Develop project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
•    Coordinate with operations, quality, maintenance, and suppliers to ensure successful delivery
•    Support capital project installation, modification, and startup activities
Metallurgical Engineering
•    Apply metallurgical principles related to steel, cast iron, alloys, heat treatment, and forming processes
•    Support material selection, process qualification, and metallurgical validation
•    Perform or coordinate metallurgical analysis (microstructure, hardness, mechanical testing, failure analysis)
•    Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for material or process issues
Mechanical Engineering
•    Support mechanical system design including piping, fluid systems, quench systems, fixtures, and equipment layouts
•    Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations
•    Interface with controls, electrical, and automation teams for integrated solutions
•    Evaluate equipment capability, reliability, and safety
Manufacturing & Operations Support
•    Provide technical support during production trials, troubleshooting, and ramp up
•    Ensure designs and processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
•    Develop and review technical documentation, standards, and work instructions
Communication & Leadership
•    Act as the technical point of contact for assigned projects
•    Communicate clearly with cross functional teams and leadership
•    Manage external suppliers, contractors, and engineering service providers
 
Basic Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering and/orr related engineering discipline
•    Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or industrial equipment environments
•    Working knowledge of metallurgical processes and mechanical systems
•    Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
•    Strong problem solving and analytical skills
 
Preferred / Desired Qualifications
•    Experience with heat treat, steel, forging, casting, or surface treatment processes
•    Experience supporting capital equipment projects or plant installations
•    Familiarity with mechanical design tools (AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
•    Experience working in cross functional, operations focused environments
•    Understanding of quality systems, validation, and continuous improvement
 
Key Skills & Competencies
•    Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
•    Metallurgical analysis and materials behavior
•    Mechanical systems design and evaluation
•    Manufacturing process understanding
•    Supplier and contractor coordination
•    Clear technical communication and documentation
 
Typical Work Environment
•    Manufacturing facilities, labs, and industrial environments
•    Combination of office based engineering work and shop floor support
•    Occasional travel to suppliers or manufacturing sites
• 5-7 years experience required.

Position’s Contributions to Work Group: 
-    Project management

Typical task breakdown:
•    Review project priorities, emails, and open action items 
•    Coordinate with operations, quality, and maintenance on active issues 
•    Analyze metallurgical or mechanical data (tests, drawings, equipment performance) 
•    Support project execution (design reviews, supplier coordination, schedule updates) 
•    Provide shop floor or manufacturing support and troubleshooting 
•    Document decisions, update project trackers, and communicate next steps

Interaction with team: 
-     Work alongside team of 5-8 engineers. Report to Engineering Manger.

Work environment: 
-    Office/Air-Conditioned manufacturing facility
-    PPE gear required 

Education & Experience Required: 
-     Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline
-    Experience in manufacturing, heavy industry, or industrial equipment environments
-    Working knowledge of metallurgical processes and mechanical systems
-    Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
-    Strong problem solving and analytical skills
-    Willing to take 2 year degree with 7+ years of experience
-    Willing to take Masters with 3+ years experience 

Technical Skills 
(Required)
•    Project management fundamentals (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
•    Metallurgical analysis and materials behavior
•    Mechanical systems design and evaluation
•    Manufacturing process understanding
•    Supplier and contractor coordination
•    Clear technical communication and documentation

(Desired) 
-    Understand Heat Treat equipment 

Soft Skills
(Desired) 
-    Clear technical communication 
-    Structured problem solving 
-    Cross functional collaboration 
-    Prioritization and time management 
-    Ownership and accountability

Travel Requirement -0-25%; Domestic
Export Control Requirements -Yes

Ravi Teja
615-219-6196
ravi.teja@harveynash.com